Our mission is simple:
“To protect buyers, landlords and developers by ensuring every home is finished to the best possible standard — because your home is your castle.”
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First-Class Construction Management Degree
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Fully Insured
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NHBC standards referenced where applicable
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ICWCI - application in progress
Snagging Inspections & Clerk of Works Support for New-Build Homes​
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Independent inspections for homeowners, landlords and developers - across
Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
How it Works
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Book AM/PM slot
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We inspect & document defects
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You receive a photo-led report + priority actions
We Work With
Homebuyers - Landlords - Developers - BTR Operators - Housing Associations
OUR SERVICES
- Prices vary
- Prices vary
Post-Occupation Inspection
Pre Completion Inspection
Clerk of Works
Whether it's a new or existing scheme, we offer Clerk of Works support tailored to your project.
THE NHQB
The New Homes Quality Board (NHQB) is an independent organisation governing the quality of new-build homes and the customer service provided by developers.
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They oversee the New Homes Quality Code (NHQC) - a code of practice designed to raise standards, improve transparency, and give homeowners better protection throughout their home-buying journey.
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WHAT THE NHQB MEANS TO YOU
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Under the NHQC, you gain:
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Stronger rights as a new-build purchaser
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Clearer expectations from developers
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Increased build-quality checks
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Protection during - and after - handover
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Independent support from the NEW Homes Ombudsman Service (NHOS)
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If you are purchasing from a Registered Developer, you are protected by these enhanced standards.
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Castle Snagging Inspections works closely with NHQB principles to ensure every home is inspected thoroughly, fairly and professionally.
OUR PURPOSE
At Castle Snagging Inspections, our goal is to reshape the culture of snagging - promoting collaboration rather than conflict, and ensuring developers and clients work together to achieve the best possible outcomes.
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Because your home is your castle
ABOUT US
ALAN SIMPSON - DIRECTOR
After serving ten years in the British Army, I transitioned into the construction
management over a decade ago, beginning as a Trainee Assistant Site
Manager while completing a degree in Residential Construction and
Development.
Over the years, I progressed to Project Manager, delivering private, Section
106, Housing Association and Build to Rent (BTR) developments nationwide.
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I earned a reputation for:
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High standards
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Strong client relationships
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A meticulous approach to build quality
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Having worked with multiple stakeholders - developers, local authorities, landowners and partners - I understand construction from every angle.
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My passion for raising standards led me to found Castle Snagging Inspections: a business focussed on quality, transparency and protecting homeowners.
CLERK OF WORKS SERVICES
At Castle Snagging Inspections LTD, We provide a specialist Clerk of Works service tailored for BTR providers, Housing Associations and Registered Providers responsible for delivering high-quality, compliant and durable homes.
with extensive experience managing multi-million pound developments, we understand the pressures faced by development teams, asset managers and housing providers. Our role is to give you complete confidence that your homes meet the standards you expect - and your residents deserve.
WHY BTR AND HOUSING PROVIDERS CHOOSE US
INDEPENDENT EXPERTISE
We represent your interests, not the contractor's. Our reports are unbiased, evidence-based and aligned with sector standards.
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EXTENSIVE SITE MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
With a background as Site Managers and Project Managers, we know construction from the ground up and understand how to influence outcomes on site.
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STRONG COMMUNICATION
Clear, professional communication with developers, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure issues are resolved quickly.
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PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
We reduce the risk of: expensive remedial work, resident dissatisfaction, compliance failures, & delayed handovers.
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CONSISTANT QUALITY ACROSS SCHEMES
Whether you have 10 homes or 500, we deliver the same rigorous standards throughout.
OUR ROLE
We act as your independent on-site representative, monitoring build quality at every stage. Our responsibilities typically include:
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QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTIONS
Regular site visits to assess workmanship, materials, compliance with specifications, and adherence to NHQB, NHBC and building regulations.
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PROGRESS & COMPLIANCE REPORTING
Clear, detailed reports following each visit - highlighting defects, risks, and actions required from the contractor or developer.
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TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT
Checking critical stages such as foundations, superstructure, roofing, first and second fixing, fire stopping compliance, ventilation systems, drainage & external works.
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HANDOVER & PC/PCSA SUPPORT
Ensuring properties are fully compliant, safe and ready for occupation before practical completion or handover to residents.
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DEFECT MANAGEMENT
Tracking, verifying and closing out outstanding items prior to occupation and during the post-completion period.
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RESIDENT SATISFACTION PROTECTION
Minimising complaints, warranty claims and aftercare pressure by addressing issues before keys are handed over.